Nurse 623 Exam 1 Questions With Correct
Answers
.Abcess definition and treatment - ANSWER-
.Abcess treatment - ANSWER-bactrim or doxy: covers staph.
Must add a beta lactem if strep a possibility
or
single regimine clindamycin( less effective but greater coverage
.Acute viral syndrome - ANSWER-general viral syndrome that has no clear cause
S/S: fever, chills, runny nose, cough, sor throat, HA, SOB, wheezing, N./V, decreased appetite.
Treatment
Antipyuretics: fever
Antihistamines: rash, itching trouble breathing Decongestant: stuffy nose
antitussives: cough
.ALL - ANSWER-
.Allergic Dermatitis Acute: - ANSWER-Acute: weeping lesions with numerous tiny vessicles on a
erythematous base that is itchy... may burn or sting.
Treatment Goal: Symptom relief
calamine lotion, topical steroids and oatmeal baths (Aveeno)
, **if weeping: moist compresses, simple srying agents and calamien lotion several times per day**
.Allergic dermatitis severe - ANSWER-steroid creams
possibly po steroids10-14 days taper
.AML - ANSWER-
.Anaphylactic Reaction (med and steps) - ANSWER-Drug: EPI
Step 1: give epi 1:1000 dilution 0.3-0.5 IM in upper lateral thigh in supine position with head below level
of heartif possible
Step 2: repeat EPI every 5-15 minutes.
If hypotensive position supine with feet elevated
Step 3L: support bronchodilation if w/i larygeaspam with albuterol 3ml neb
Step 4: Hopsital support IVF's benadryl,, intubation ect......
.Ankylosing Spondylitis - ANSWER-Pain in the ankeles, eyesm hips, joints, lower back neck or shoulders.
Pain during excercise or rest
Eyes can be inflammed or red.
Visual disturbances or light sensitivity
Fatigue, malaise, inflammed tendons, IBD sleep d/o or physical deformities
.Bulluis Pemphigoid - ANSWER-skin d/o characterized by large blistres
found on arms, legs or mid torso i areas that flex
immune systems attacks the thin layer f skin
Common in older people > 60 years( risk increases with age)
Answers
.Abcess definition and treatment - ANSWER-
.Abcess treatment - ANSWER-bactrim or doxy: covers staph.
Must add a beta lactem if strep a possibility
or
single regimine clindamycin( less effective but greater coverage
.Acute viral syndrome - ANSWER-general viral syndrome that has no clear cause
S/S: fever, chills, runny nose, cough, sor throat, HA, SOB, wheezing, N./V, decreased appetite.
Treatment
Antipyuretics: fever
Antihistamines: rash, itching trouble breathing Decongestant: stuffy nose
antitussives: cough
.ALL - ANSWER-
.Allergic Dermatitis Acute: - ANSWER-Acute: weeping lesions with numerous tiny vessicles on a
erythematous base that is itchy... may burn or sting.
Treatment Goal: Symptom relief
calamine lotion, topical steroids and oatmeal baths (Aveeno)
, **if weeping: moist compresses, simple srying agents and calamien lotion several times per day**
.Allergic dermatitis severe - ANSWER-steroid creams
possibly po steroids10-14 days taper
.AML - ANSWER-
.Anaphylactic Reaction (med and steps) - ANSWER-Drug: EPI
Step 1: give epi 1:1000 dilution 0.3-0.5 IM in upper lateral thigh in supine position with head below level
of heartif possible
Step 2: repeat EPI every 5-15 minutes.
If hypotensive position supine with feet elevated
Step 3L: support bronchodilation if w/i larygeaspam with albuterol 3ml neb
Step 4: Hopsital support IVF's benadryl,, intubation ect......
.Ankylosing Spondylitis - ANSWER-Pain in the ankeles, eyesm hips, joints, lower back neck or shoulders.
Pain during excercise or rest
Eyes can be inflammed or red.
Visual disturbances or light sensitivity
Fatigue, malaise, inflammed tendons, IBD sleep d/o or physical deformities
.Bulluis Pemphigoid - ANSWER-skin d/o characterized by large blistres
found on arms, legs or mid torso i areas that flex
immune systems attacks the thin layer f skin
Common in older people > 60 years( risk increases with age)
